100+ Powerful Bible Quotes About Enemies – Find Strength & Peace

"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you." – Matthew 5:44

"You shall not take vengeance or bear any grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord." – Leviticus 19:18

"If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink." – Proverbs 25:21

"Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse." – Romans 12:14

"Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the sight of all." – Romans 12:17

"See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to all people." – 1 Thessalonians 5:15

"But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great." – Luke 6:35

"For if you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them." – Luke 6:32

"A man of understanding remains silent when he perceives evil. Blessed is he who passes by without stirring up strife." – Proverbs 19:11 (implied love through restraint)

"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you." – Ephesians 4:31-32

"Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins." – 1 Peter 4:8

"We know that we have passed out of death into life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love abides in death." – 1 John 3:14

"Pray for those who persecute you." – Matthew 5:44

"Love your enemies, do good, and lend, hoping for nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High." – Luke 6:35

"But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you." – Luke 6:27

"Then Jesus said, 'Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.'" – Luke 23:34

"When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly." – 1 Peter 2:23

"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will act." – Psalm 37:5

"Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." – Romans 12:21

"Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in everyone's sight." – Romans 12:17

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." – Psalm 34:18

"Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." – Hebrews 4:16

"Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray." – James 5:13

"Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving." – Colossians 4:2

"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?" – Psalm 27:1

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." – Psalm 46:1

"Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident." – Psalm 27:3

"No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn." – Isaiah 54:17

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." – Psalm 23:1

"He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world." – 1 John 4:4

"Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might." – Ephesians 6:10

"In all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." – Romans 8:37

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." – Philippians 4:13

"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you." – Isaiah 41:10

"The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." – Proverbs 18:10

"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." – 1 Peter 5:7

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding." – Proverbs 3:5

"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will act." – Psalm 37:5

"I sought the Lord, and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears." – Psalm 34:4

"Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you." – Psalm 9:10

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me." – Psalm 23:4

"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." – Exodus 14:14

"Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." – Psalm 27:14

"My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning." – Psalm 130:6

"In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?" – Psalm 56:4

"When I am afraid, I put my trust in You." – Psalm 56:3

"The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?" – Hebrews 13:6

"Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid." – Isaiah 12:2

"Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." – Matthew 6:12

"Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." – Colossians 3:13

"And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses." – Mark 11:25

"Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." – Ephesians 4:31-32

"Then Peter came and said to Him, 'Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?' Jesus said to him, 'I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.'" – Matthew 18:21-22

"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." – Matthew 6:14

"Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven." – Luke 6:37

"As the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive." – Colossians 3:13

"Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends." – Proverbs 17:9

"Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all sins." – Proverbs 10:12

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." – 1 John 1:9

"Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." – Colossians 3:12

"Vengeance is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord. – Romans 12:19

"Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord." – Romans 12:19

"The Lord is a righteous judge, and a God who feels indignation every day." – Psalm 7:11

"He will repay the wicked according to their deeds and bring terror on those who do evil." – Psalm 94:1-2

"For the Lord is our judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king; He will save us." – Isaiah 33:22

"Shall not God avenge His elect who cry out day and night to Him?" – Luke 18:7

"It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God." – Hebrews 10:31

"Judgment belongs to God." – Deuteronomy 1:17

"The Rock, His work is perfect, for all His ways are justice. A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is He." – Deuteronomy 32:4

"The Lord executes justice for the oppressed." – Psalm 146:7

"He loves justice and righteousness; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord." – Psalm 33:5

"Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered; let those who hate Him flee before Him." – Psalm 68:1

"If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." – Romans 12:18

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." – Matthew 5:9

"Depart from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it." – Psalm 34:14

"Let us therefore pursue what makes for peace and for mutual edification." – Romans 14:19

"A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body, but envy rots the bones." – Proverbs 14:30

"The fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace." – James 3:18

"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." – John 14:27

"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times in every way." – 2 Thessalonians 3:16

"Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy." – Hebrews 12:14

"He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; He burns the chariots with fire." – Psalm 46:9

"How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace!" – Isaiah 52:7

"There is no peace," says my God, "for the wicked." – Isaiah 57:21

"The Lord will keep you from all harm—He will watch over your life." – Psalm 121:7

"He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart." – Psalm 91:4

"Because he loves Me, I will deliver him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges My name." – Psalm 91:14

"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge." – Psalm 18:2

"But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one." – 2 Thessalonians 3:3

"The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and He delivers them." – Psalm 34:7

"You, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high." – Psalm 3:3

"No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can endure it." – 1 Corinthians 10:13

"The Lord will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways." – Psalm 91:11

"Surely He will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence." – Psalm 91:3

"I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take courage! I have overcome the world." – John 16:33

"Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps His covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes His unfailing love on those who love Him and obey His commands." – Deuteronomy 7:9

"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge." – Psalm 18:2

"He brought me out into a broad place; He rescued me, because He delighted in me." – Psalm 18:19

"But I trusted in You, O Lord; I said, 'You are my God.'" – Psalm 31:14

"Deliver me, O Lord, from my enemies; I flee to You for protection." – Psalm 143:9

"But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, so that the message might be fully proclaimed through me, and all the Gentiles might hear it." – 2 Timothy 4:17

"The Lord redeems the soul of His servants, and none of those who trust in Him shall be condemned." – Psalm 34:22

"I called to the Lord in my distress, and He answered me; I cried to Him for help, and He heard my voice." – 2 Samuel 22:7

"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me." – Psalm 28:7

"Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me." – Psalm 50:15

"He delivered me from my strong enemy, from those who hated me; for they were too mighty for me." – Psalm 18:17

"The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom." – 2 Timothy 4:18

"I waited patiently for the Lord; He turned to me and heard my cry." – Psalm 40:1

"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." – Ephesians 6:12

"Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes." – Ephesians 6:11

"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power." – Ephesians 6:10

"Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." – Ephesians 6:17

"Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." – James 4:7

"Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." – James 4:7

"Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." – 1 Peter 5:8

"The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds." – 2 Corinthians 10:4

"And the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you." – Romans 16:20

"Put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground." – Ephesians 6:13

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly..." – Colossians 3:16

"Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests." – Ephesians 6:18